No reconnaissance patrol is easy, and this one is no different - just a different location and different dangers which will require the men of First Squad to draw on all of their reserves of courage and determination.

Doc has encouraged Saunders to visit Caje so he went. What is next for them?

Doc has come to Louisiana. What has he found there—and who did he write?

Saunders has vital information to give to German High Command, but he has to get captured first!

An excited little boy and a British Corporal who has witnessed the horror of war in a very personal way both have an impact on the men of 1st Squad.

What happened to Caje after he was so badly injured in "The Leader"? Maybe he had some help surviving….

Kirby fondly remembers the visit from the Donut Dollies, with a soft spot for one in particular. This little story is dedicated to Susan Rodriguez on what would have been her birthday, Nov.21. And to Jack Hogan's upcoming birthday, Nov. 24.

The squad is under attack and Saunders has to find a way to get everyone back through enemy territory. Having a wounded man complicates his task even further. ***sorry for the delay. This website is having major issues. If I disappear you might check Archive of Our Own. Thanks for reading.***

Pvt Billy Nelson is taken prisoner Will the squad be able to find him in time? Whumptober 2023 day 3 shock

As Saunders leads his men into what seems an impossible mission, he has to protect the two mortar men and figure out how to get everyone back safely.

Seems like the brass are always in a hurry and the squad's next mission is no exception. But this one holds a little surprise.

With two noncombatants to protect, Saunders leads his men into No Man's Land and German held territory on another dangerous mission.

While the squad is getting to know Yank, Morrie is getting to know them as he takes advantage of their rare day off. ***Remembering all who served and those who never made it home. Memorial Day 2023.***

As if holding their front lines while being outnumbered wasn't enough to stress Saunders and his men, a new wrinkle gets folded into their lives as they fight in the hills and towns of France.

With Kirby rescued and safe, Saunders needs to concentrate on getting the two of them back to their billet on time. After a turbulent night, what more could possibly happen?

The squad sets out on a reconnaissance mission with a ninety-day-wonder in tow.

Saunders and the squad get a few hours of well-deserved R&R in town. What could possibly go wrong? ***Remembering Vic Morrow on what would have been his 94th birthday. Happy Valentines Day everyone. FYI my story Unconditional is an actual Valentine story for Saunders.***

Snippets, shorts, bits of stories that aren't going to go into anything more substantial. Based on a picture, based on an idea from the show or based on where my imagination decided to take me. Enjoy these little moments with the guys!

Doc is separated from the squad and is forced to survive on his own for a while. Like a ghost at dusk, will he fade from existance?

Hot food, cold showers, great French wine, and a visit from the Red Cross Donut Dollies. Is First squad pushing its luck? ***in memory of Susan Rodriguez...kirbysbabe...for being a good friend, mentor and proofer. She's touched so many lives and left a hole in our hearts.***

Totally exhausted and weary from monotonous patrols and endless rations, First squad is hoping for a little change in their luck.

With Billy Nelson wounded and sent home, Saunders could use an experienced replacement. The new man should be an easy fit, but something isn't quite right. Perhaps he, too, has been wounded by the war.

Still struggling with his emotional loss, Saunders has to keep his head focused on the war as he leads his men on a patrol. ***My apologies for the lateness. Dealing with a bit of a medical issue, so things might not be on time for a little while. Bear with me, and thanks for being loyal readers.

Sergeant Saunders is struggling with his loss as he returns to his unit and his men, needing to somehow get his head back into the war.

Saunders leaves the little English town of Boddington, struggling with his grief, shock and pain. This story picks up where the series episode The Furlough ends.